Senior Planner​/Scheduler, Infrastructure

Over the last 40 years in Ontario, KAPP Infrastructure has continued to grow and evolve and is now a leading provider of construction services across the province.

The Role:

KAPP is seeking an experienced  Senior Planner/Scheduler  to support a portfolio of major road building, underground utilities and bridge construction projects across Ontario. Reporting to the V.P. of Construction and the Director of Project Management, you will play a key role in developing, monitoring, and analyzing schedules for multiple active projects at any given time and serve as a trusted planning advisor to project management and operations teams.

This position is ideal for a planner who is confident working independently, enjoys collaborating with operations teams, and can provide practical scheduling solutions in a fast-paced construction environment.

Develop, maintain and coordinate detailed resource-loaded project schedules in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project from project startup through closeout

Track schedule progress, analyze production data, monitor critical path activities, and communicate schedule impacts to project stakeholders

Monitor and manage changes to baseline schedules and provide timely reporting to internal and external stakeholders

Lead the development, management, and auditing of Field Installation Work Packages (FIWPs) to support safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution

Analyze project milestones, key deliverables, and financial deadlines while evaluating impacts to project schedules and performance

Collaborate with project, construction, engineering, and subcontractor teams to ensure alignment on project objectives, sequencing, financial competency, and execution strategies

Support implementation and maintenance of project systems and procedures during project startup and closeout activities, including turnover documentation, warranty packages, and site demobilization

Coordinate with safety and project teams in the implementation of the Project Specific Safety Program (PSSP) to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements

Lead quantity takeoffs and verify alignment with contract documents and project scope requirements

Provide mentorship and guidance to team members performing document control and recordkeeping functions

Prepare schedule updates, progress reports, forecasts, and performance analyses for project leadership and clients

Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying risks, opportunities, and innovative solutions to enhance project delivery

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in a Scheduler, Planner, or Project Controls role within the construction industry

Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field is preferred

Experience working on large-scale infrastructure, transit, civil, industrial, or commercial construction projects valued at $15 million or greater

Previous experience supporting Metrolinx transit infrastructure projects is highly regarded and strongly preferred

Working knowledge of municipal standards, scheduling requirements, reporting processes, and stakeholder coordination practices is considered a significant asset

Previous experience developing and managing work packages and leading planning initiatives on construction projects

Strong knowledge of scheduling principles, project controls methodologies, and critical path analysis

Experience utilizing 3D visual planning tools and construction technology platforms

Proven ability to manage and coordinate project schedules, budgets, milestones, and resource requirements

Comprehensive knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, contract documents, and current construction practices

Strong understanding of construction administration processes, including subcontract management, change orders, RFIs, lien holdbacks, and project closeout

Proficiency with scheduling software, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Office applications including Excel and Word

Must have a valid provincial driver’s license

What you can expect from us:

A competitive salary and advantageous bonus plan.

An environment that focuses on Kapp’s Core Values;
Integrity, Respect, Trust, Honesty, Fairness and Loyalty.

We promote a collaborative environment where you will be challenged to learn and do.

We promote team spirit.

Industry and project required safety training.